1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1998 Tata Indica
To start off, 1998 Tata Indica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Indica (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Indica weights approximately 274 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Tata Indica (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1998 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Innocenti | Tata |
| Model | 990 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
